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Briefing: In Nice, right-wing leader's refusal to choose between the right and far right sows confusion

Strategic angle: Bruno Retailleau's indecision complicates the political landscape ahead of the elections.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-19 · 1 MIN READ

Retailleau is the leader of the Les Républicains party.

He has not endorsed either incumbent mayor Christian Estrosi or rival Eric Ciotti.

The situation highlights divisions within the right-wing political spectrum.